In this course, you will gain an understanding of why owners choose Design-Build or EPC and receive a number of suggestions regarding Design-Build and EPC selection.

Course Outline

After participating in this course you will be able to do the following:• assemble the appropriate project procurement documents• apply best practices to evaluate and select the design-builder or EPC contractor• manage the evolution of the design and equipment selection and procurement• control the project execution through construction, start-up, commissioning, and testing

DescriptionThe design-build project delivery system is a time-saving and cost effective approach to project delivery, allowing the owner or employer to contract with a single provider of both design and construction services. On many complex projects— particularly in the areas of mining, manufacturing, power, and process— the cost and delivery challenges in the procurement of specialized equipment present the greatest risk to the project. These projects typically employ a variant of the design-build method, commonly referred to as engineer-procure-construct (EPC).

In this course, we track through the various stages and challenges of the design-build and EPC project delivery systems. You will learn the benefits of design-build and EPC, receive suggestions for selecting a project delivery method, and explore best practices for monitoring and controlling the design-builder’s or EPC contractor’s performance during the design and construction phases.

ObjectiveTo learn strategies and techniques for the successful procurement of projects using the Design-Build and EPC methods.

1. Contractual Mechanisms and Safeguards 2. Putting Together the Claim and the Rebuttal 3. Submission and Evaluation 4. Stepped Negotiation Methods 5. Use of DABs and DRBs 6. Mediation and Arbitration

Questions and Answers and Feedback to Participants on Achievement of Learning Outcomes

Closing Remarks and Final Adjournment

Faculty

Jim Butler

Jim Butler is a partner with the construction law firm of Smith, Currie & Hancock LLP, based in Atlanta, Georgia. A graduate of Duke University and the University of Kentucky College of Law, he has been involved in the resolution of construction project disputes for over 25 years. Mr. Butler is identified as a leading international construction lawyer by Who(TM)s Who Legal, has been named one of America(TM)s Leading Lawyers for Business in the Construction Law Area by Chambers and Partners, and has been designated a Georgia Super Lawyer by Law & Politics and Atlanta Magazine.

He specializes in EPC and design-build projects within the practice of negotiation, arbitration, and litigation of construction contracts, government contracts, and environmental issues. Since he began promoting, putting together, and resolving disputes on design-build projects in the mid-80(TM)s, Mr. Butler has won the Rich Allen Meritorious Service Award by the Professional Engineers in Construction division of the National Society of Professional Engineers. He was awarded for his efforts in assisting professional engineers and other participants in the design-build process to avoid liability and claims on design-build projects.

An adjunct professor at the College of Architecture of the Georgia Institute of Technology, Mr. Butler has conducted seminars and training programs for organizations including the American Bar Association, Associated General Contractors, the University of Texas, the Texas State Department of Transportation, the National Solid Waste Management Association, the Georgia Institute of Technology, and the Virginia Polytechnic Institute. He is also a contributing author to Design-Build Contracting Handbook, Alternative Clauses to Standard Construction Contracts, and The AGC Environmental Risk Management Procedures Manual.

Prerequisites & Certificates

Pre-Requisites

Certificates offered

1.4 CEUs / 14 PDHs

Cancellation Policy

To withdraw from a course, you must send a request, in writing, with the official receipt to our office. Fifteen or more business days in advance: full refund less $50.00 administration charge. Five to fifteen business days in advance: non-refundable credit of equal value for any future EPIC seminar within one year. Credits are transferable within your organization. In case of an unexpected event occurring after this time, you may send someone else to take your place without any additional cost.

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The course was very well presented and the course instructor was absolutely amazing.

Reviewed byGeoff L.2013

Our instructor, Stephen Lamming, was outstanding and a true expert in his field. He was able to complement the technical air monitoring information with practical real life examples which was highly beneficial. He is an excellent communicator and was highly interactive with the course attendees. This course was recommended to me because Stephen Lamming does an outstanding job. I was very impressed with this course and have subsequently recommended it to my colleagues.

Reviewed byRose C.2012

Would have liked more interactive problem solving.

Reviewed byAllen A.2011

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